Well ripened fruit. Fermented without stems under controlled temperature, with frequent pisage and delestage. Aged for 12 months in French (80%), American (20%) oak barrels, and then blended to give balanced varietal fruit and oak complexity. Bottled, unfined and filtered.

Our Winemaker's Comments

Aromas of dark berry fruits with balsamic notes. Intense, solid, well structured palate with spicy fruits and a long, persistent finish. This wine will drink well in its youth but with structure to ensure bottle maturation.

Awards

Silver Medal - International Wine Challenge – London 2012

Silver Medal – Intl Wine & Spirit Competition – London 2012

Gran Menzione – Vinitaly 2012

Ratings

88 – Wine Enthusiast

87 – Wine Spectator

Reviews

Fruit and barnyard flavors combine to give a wine that, while on the rustic side, still has an attractive juicy quality. It is full bodied; its acidity combines with a ripe plum flavor. - Wine

Enthusiast

Medium-bodied, with dried olive notes to the berry and wild cherry flavors. Firm and juicy on the well-spiced finish. - Wine Spectator